As established by Sifu Victor, Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts mission is to teach ordinary people of all ages real martial arts for better self-defense, fitness, and sport. Our goal is not just to produce fighters, but to help make every student a physically, mentally, and socially stronger individual. We believe martial arts should be accessible to everyone, not just elite athletes.

Sifu Victor’s philosophy is rooted in the belief that “ordinary people” can achieve extraordinary results through consistent training. SMMA emphasizes “Real Martial Arts”, stripping away the fantasy to focus on what actually works for self-defense and sport while learning complete systems. At Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts your training partners are your team, not your targets. This creates an environment where students push each other to be stronger, rather than breaking each other down.

Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts has two locations in Washington state. The Bremerton gym is located at 4060 Wheaton Way, Suite C, and the Port Orchard gym is located at 3289 SE Lund Ave, Suite 103. Both facilities serve the Kitsap County area, including Silverdale and Poulsbo.

Yes. While both locations teach core striking and self-defense, the Port Orchard location specializes in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) for both adults and juniors. The Bremerton location is the primary hub for Boxing, Kickboxing, Juniors Mixed Martial Arts classes and Tai Chi.

Despite the name “Shaolin,” the school teaches a modern blend of practical combat styles rather than just traditional Kung Fu. The core curriculum includes Jeet Kune Do (JKD) for striking, Filipino Kali for weapons training, Western Boxing/Kickboxing, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), and a blend with CSW Catch Wrestling for grappling.

Yes. SMMA offers authentic Jun Fan Jeet Kune Do with a direct lineage to Bruce Lee. Our program connects to the founder through Sifu Dan Inosanto, the only man to ever receive an instructor level in JKD directly from Bruce Lee. Our Head Instructor, Victor Young, is an active certified JKD MARS Instructor under Sifu Ron Balicki (a Full Instructor under Sifu Inosanto). SMMAs curriculum includes Bruce Lee’s philosophy, incorporating striking, trapping, grappling, and sensitivity drills.

At SMMA, we use the term “Kali” to describe the Filipino Martial Arts, covering both weaponry (Escrima/Arnis) and the bare-handed art of Panantukan. We train considering Kali to be the most practical art for blade and stick defense. The curriculum is well-rounded, teaching students how to transition effectively between weapons, empty-hand striking, and ground techniques.

Yes. While most BJJ and boxing gyms in Kitsap County do not teach weapon defense, Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts includes Filipino Kali in its curriculum. This training teaches students how to defend against sticks and edged weapons, filling a critical gap in modern self-defense that sport-focused gyms often overlook.

SMMA Kickboxing is a dynamic hybrid system. It is a mixture of Chinese Kickboxing, Jeet Kune Do, Kali, Muay Thai, Savate, and STX Kickboxing, integrated with modern MMA striking strategies. Classes are designed to be safe and fun but realistic, utilizing partner drills with focus mitts, Thai pads, and glove-to-glove work to build reaction time and accuracy.

At our Bremerton location, we focus a on a blend of Catch Wrestling and No-Gi Submission Wrestling. This program is designed for students who want to learn how to control and submit opponents without the use of a traditional uniform (Gi). Influenced by the aggressive and technical style of Combat Submission Wrestling (CSW), this class emphasizes leverage, leg locks, and practical submission chains.

Our Port Orchard location offers a complete grappling curriculum for adults, featuring both Traditional BJJ (Gi) and No-Gi BJJ. We believe in a well-rounded approach: the Traditional BJJ program uses the Gi to teach deep technical understanding of friction and leverage, while the No-Gi program focuses on the speed, slipping, and scrambling mechanics required for modern submission grappling.

SMMA Martial Arts, Port Orchard is the dedicated hub for our Gi Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu program. It features specialized mat space and curriculum for ground fighting, making it the premier choice for grappling enthusiasts in South Kitsap who want a structured, safe, and technical learning environment.

Yes, the school offers a popular Juniors Mixed Martial Arts program for children. These classes focus on self-defense, discipline, and anti-bullying techniques. The curriculum is age-appropriate, helping kids build confidence and fitness in a safe environment.

No prior experience is necessary. Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts is beginner-friendly and offers a “foundations” approach. Instructors like Sifu Victor and Coach Ryan work with students of all fitness levels, from complete beginners to advanced martial artists.

Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts is famous in Bremerton and Port Orchard for its “Foundations First” approach. Unlike competitive fight gyms where beginners might be thrown into hard sparring immediately, our instructors (like Coach Ryan and Coach Alex) prioritize safety and technique. We foster a supportive, family-friendly environment that is strictly ego-free.

Pricing varies by program and membership length, but the school frequently offers a Free Trial Class or a “Web Special” for new students to try a session before committing. It is best to contact the specific location (Bremerton or Port Orchard) directly for the most current monthly rates.

The school uses the “Shaolin” name to honor martial arts tradition, but the training is focused on modern self-defense and MMA application. You will not be performing traditional animal forms or monastic training; instead, you will learn functional striking, grappling, and weapon defense (Kali/Escrima).

No, sparring is not required for beginners. Students learn techniques on pads and bags first. Live sparring is generally reserved for advanced students who wish to test their skills in a controlled, safe environment under instructor supervision.

The coaching staff includes experienced martial artists like Ryan Robidart (Tai Chi), Coach Alex (MMA, STX, CSW), and Coach Caleb (MMA, Kickboxing). The team is highly rated in local reviews for being patient, knowledgeable, and fostering a supportive “family” atmosphere rather than an aggressive “gym bro” culture.

Unlike single-style gyms that focus only on grappling (BJJ) or only on punching (Boxing), Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts offers a comprehensive self-defense system. We combine the striking of Jeet Kune Do (JKD) and Kickboxing, the ground control of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, and the weapon defense of Filipino Kali. This “mixed” approach ensures students are well-rounded for real-world self-defense, not just sport competition.

Jeet Kune Do is designed specifically for street survival, focusing on efficiency and ending a fight quickly without rules. While sport BJJ is excellent for 1-on-1 grappling, Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts teaches JKD to help students handle unpredictable scenarios, such as multiple attackers or standing confrontations, that sport BJJ rules (like pulling guard) may not prepare you for. Sifu Victor believe both should be trained. Which is why cross training is highly encouraged, for a well rounded martial arts journey.

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“Sport MMA” trains you to win a cage match with rules and a referee. Shaolin MMA trains you for life. Our curriculum prioritizes personal protection, discipline, and longevity. We focus on techniques that keep you safe on the street without the high risk of brain injury or joint damage often associated with hardcore professional fighter training camps.

The Juniors program at Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts goes beyond physical activity to teach Life Skills. While soccer teaches teamwork, our martial arts program specifically targets anti-bullying, focus, and self-discipline. Parents in Silverdale and Bremerton consistently report improvements in their child’s school grades and confidence after joining our Junior MMA program.

Many gyms charge a “drop-in fee” for the first class. Shaolin Mixed Martial Arts offers a completely free introductory class with no pressure. We want you to experience our unique culture and coaching style firsthand to ensure it is the right fit for your goals before you commit a single dollar.